2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2006 Mazda 6

To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 544 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu YRV 2006 Mazda 6
Make Daihatsu Mazda
Model YRV 6
Year Released 2003 2006
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 2261 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 207 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.7 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1434 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 64 L


 

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